Toronto's First Elementary Alternative School
Since 1972, The ALPHA Community has explored a wide variety of unique approaches to supporting our children's development as they “acquire the knowledge, skills, and values they need to become responsible members of a democratic society”
Child Guided Learning
ALPHA belongs firmly to the long tradition of learner-centered education that sees a child’s curiosity as the primary driver for knowledge acquisition. We respect children’s desire to become competent and participate in the greater world.
It's Important to Us
ALPHA is a democracy based on consensus. Consensus is achieved when different points of view are incorporated through discussion. The goal is not compromise but refinement of a proposal until everyone can feel satisfied with a decision.
Interested in attending ALPHA Alternative School? Step right up to our Admissions Open House on Thursday, January 16, 2025 from 6pm to 8pm This event will be held at 20 Brant St (near King/Spadina) in Toronto. Tours will be from 6-7pm, followed by a presentation and Q&A at 7pm.
Meet with staff, parents and kids for a friendly introduction to all things ALPHA. Explore “a day at ALPHA”, learn about the Parent Group and the various Committees that help to support our philosophies and practices, and hear from administration about TDSB related issues. 6-7:30pm on Wednesday February 9th. Zoom
We Want to Know What You Want! We continue to envision year-long celebratory programming culminating in a grand and joyful event in the Spring of 2023, with both in-person and online festivities. We want to hear from YOU. What would you like to see as part of our big extended